Class Teacher

Hillside Primary School; Nacton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VivUp

Cycle to Work

Local government pension

Job summary

Hillside Primary School in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher to join our welcoming primary team within the Active Learning Trust. The role involves delivering engaging lessons, nurturing a love of learning, and upholding high expectations and inclusive practice.

For teachers on the Upper Pay Range, there is scope to lead teaching and learning initiatives and support colleagues. You will work collaboratively with families and staff to drive pupil progress, safeguarding and curriculum

Qualifications

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that engage all pupils
• Assess, monitor and adapt teaching to ensure progress
• Maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment with high behaviour standards
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and carers to support pupil development
• For UPR teachers, lead teaching and learning initiatives

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that engage, challenge and support all pupils
• Assess and monitor pupil progress and attainment
• Support safeguarding and contribute to curriculum development

Skills

Classroom teaching

Lesson planning

Assessment

Behaviour management

Job description

Help children achieve greatness, every day.

We are looking for a dedicated Class Teacher to join Hillside Primary School, a welcoming and ambitious primary school at the heart of the Ipswich community, where every child is encouraged to feel valued, supported and inspired. As part of the Active Learning Trust, this role offers the opportunity to deliver excellent teaching, nurture a love of learning and contribute to a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement. For colleagues on the Upper Pay Range, there is also scope to play a leading role in developing teaching practice and supporting others. We are seeking a teacher who combines strong classroom expertise with collaboration, professionalism and a genuine commitment to helping every pupil succeed.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that engage, challenge and support all pupils.
• Assess, monitor and adapt teaching to ensure strong progress and achievement.
• Maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment with high standards of behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to support pupil development and school improvement.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including curriculum development, safeguarding and, for UPR teachers, leadership of teaching and learning initiatives.

Why Join Our Trust?

• Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
• Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
• Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension scheme.

Contact

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Cheryl Ratcliffe, Officer manager, at: [e-mail]

All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act.